1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Marcos | Holden |
| Model | Mantara | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
