1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara 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 147 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Marcos | Tata |
| Model | Mantara | Nano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1652 mm |
