1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
