1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 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 58 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 144 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
