2000 Marcos Mantara vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 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 107 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 48 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantara | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | Mantara | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
