1995 Marcos Mantara vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 6 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Marcos Mantara | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
