2002 Lexus SC vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | SC | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
