1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 22 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Marcos | TVR |
| Model | Mantara | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
