1971 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Torana | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
