1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1989 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Proton Saloon 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1989 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Proton Saloon. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1989 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Marcos | Proton |
| Model | Mantara | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
