1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 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 112 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 343 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 343 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
