1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 107 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Sierra | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
