1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 84 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
