1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Marcos Mantara | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Marcos | Lotus |
Model | Mantara | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1118 mm |