1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1971 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash, 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | 2 Litres | Splash |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
