2003 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 115 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | Insight | Mantara |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |