2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1993 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,949 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1993 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 177 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1993 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Taurus X | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
