1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1983 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador 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 99 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1983 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Marcos | Austin |
| Model | Mantara | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
