1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Marcos | SsangYong |
| Model | 1800 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
