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 112 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 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 81 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
