1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 107 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantara | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1160 mm |
