1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 79 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Sierra | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
