1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 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 86 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Morgan |
| Model | Mantara | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
