1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | 265 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
