1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 14 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 125 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | 14 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
