2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Caterham | Marcos |
| Model | Superlight R | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1120 mm |
