1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 300 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 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
