1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra 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 133 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. 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 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Micra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
