1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Challenger | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
