1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | NV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2156 mm |
