1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Marcos | ZAZ |
| Model | Mantara | 966 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
