1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel 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 85 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
