1993 Marcos Mantara vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1993 Marcos Mantara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Marcos Mantara | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 740 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
