1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Taunus | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
