1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 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 138 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 124 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
