1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 401 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Marcos Mantara | 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92.7 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |