1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 68 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
