1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 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 44 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 164 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
