1984 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Statesman | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
