1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Marcos Mantara 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Marcos Oldsmobile
Model Mantara Toronado
Year Released 1997 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 518 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 108 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1400 mm


 

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