1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 696 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
