2006 Lexus IS vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 13 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 685 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | IS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
