1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett 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 135 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 176 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantara | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
