2002 Honda Z vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 24 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Z | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
