2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 852 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Marcos |
| Model | STS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
