2009 Lada 21 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lada | Marcos |
| Model | 21 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
