2000 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 121 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
