1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 6 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Thunderbird | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
