1999 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Rio | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
