1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara

To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ford Fairlane 1998 Marcos Mantara
Make Ford Marcos
Model Fairlane Mantara
Year Released 1973 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5766 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 71.1 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1120 mm


 

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