1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara 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 34 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Signum (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
