1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 965 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | GMC | Marcos |
| Model | Typhoon | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
