2009 Kia Picanto vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Picanto | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| 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 | 64 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
