2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Copen | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
