1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 280Z 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 32 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Marcos | Datsun |
| Model | Mantara | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1631 mm |
