2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 782 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Thunderbird | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
