1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 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 103 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | Mantara | 914 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
