1984 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 24 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Orion | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
