2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | S2000 | Mantara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |