2002 Acura RSX vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 294 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Acura | Marcos |
| Model | RSX | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
