1983 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Commodore | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
