1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 1200 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Datsun | Marcos |
| Model | 1200 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 48 L |
