1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
Model | Mantara | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |