2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Sirion | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
