1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
