1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar 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 44 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 177 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Marcos | Reliant |
| Model | Mantara | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
