1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 97 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
