2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 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 124 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. 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 (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
| Model | Atos | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1090 mm |
