1975 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 186 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Torana | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
