1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar 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 47 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Marcos Mantara | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Marcos | Reliant |
Model | Mantara | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |