1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 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 107 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantara | 21 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
