1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 49 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Marcos Mantara | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Marcos | Reliant |
Model | Mantara | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |