1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel 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 85 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
