1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU Ro 80 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 68 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1974 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Marcos | NSU |
| Model | Mantara | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2388 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
