1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 600 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 960 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
