1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 148 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
