1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1240 mm |
