1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 121 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
