1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
