1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 637 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | AMC | Marcos |
| Model | Matador | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
