1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 660 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
| Model | Mantara | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
