1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 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 78 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
