1974 Austin Marina vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1994 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Marina | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
