1977 Holden GTS vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | GTS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
