1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
