1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Marcos | Tata |
| Model | Mantara | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1930 mm |
