1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Pulsar 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 123 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantara | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
