1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Maxi | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
