1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 10 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
