1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1840 mm |
