1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
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 Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet 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 111 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Violet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| 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 | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
