2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 418 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Civic | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
