1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 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 129 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | 12 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
