2009 Acura RL vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 12 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, 2009 Acura RL (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Acura | Marcos |
| Model | RL | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
