1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 77 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
