1998 Marcos Mantara vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 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 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Marcos Mantara | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantara | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
