2005 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 32 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Ka | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
