1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | Mantara | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1170 mm |
