1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird 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 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
