2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Bantam | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
