1974 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 862 kg more than 1996 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | AMC | Marcos |
| Model | Matador | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
