1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 396 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 2 Litres | Versa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
