1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 63 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantara | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
