1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 142 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
