2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 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, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Sirion | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
