1999 Lexus IS vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus IS | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | IS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
