1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 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 78 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
