1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | Mantara | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
