1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L 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 138 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Marcos | Skoda |
| Model | Mantara | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
