1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet.
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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Datsun | Marcos |
| Model | Violet | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
