1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 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 48 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Marcos | Reliant |
| Model | Mantara | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
