1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 9 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, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
