1963 Lotus Elan vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan 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 82 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 336 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lotus | Marcos |
| Model | Elan | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1090 mm |
