1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 676 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | 1800 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
