1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 78 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
