1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 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 (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantara | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 740 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
