1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 946 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Marcos | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1800 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
