1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Passat 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 123 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Marcos Mantara 1978 Volkswagen Passat
Make Marcos Volkswagen
Model Mantara Passat
Year Released 1995 1978
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1370 mm


 

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