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Ma Teng vs Zhang Liao
Zhang Liao leads by 11.1 pts · 2 figures compared
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Ma Teng
General · Ancient
40.8Total
Zhang Liao
General · Ancient
51.9Total
Basic Information
Born
156
169
Died
212
222
Era
Ancient
Ancient
Nationality
China
China
Occupation
General
General
Civilization
Eastern
Eastern
Score Comparison
Military (10%)
55.0
82.0
Political (20%)
30.7
27.9
Influence (20%)
47.1
57.2
Legacy (20%)
38.3
50.0
Leadership (15%)
33.5
40.4
Strategy (15%)
43.3
66.3
TOTAL
40.8
51.9
Ma Teng — Complete Timeline
211 AD
Campaign against Cao CaoWar◆ Major
Ma Teng, along with other Liang province warlords, launched a campaign against Cao Cao. The coalition was defeated at the Battle of Tong Pass, leading to Ma Teng's capture and eventual execution.
Three KingdomsWarDefeat
Impact: regionaldestructive
212 AD
Execution by Cao CaoPolitical Action◆ Major
Ma Teng was executed by Cao Cao on charges of plotting rebellion. Ma Teng had been living as a hostage in Cao Cao's court after a failed campaign, and his execution triggered a revolt by his son Ma Chao.
Three KingdomsExecutionRebellion
Impact: regionaltragic
Zhang Liao — Complete Timeline
200 AD
Battle of GuanduWar◆ Major
Zhang Liao served under L
Three KingdomsBattleDefection
Impact: nationalconstructive
207 AD
Battle of White Wolf MountainWar◆ Major
Zhang Liao led a cavalry force in Cao Cao's campaign against the Wuhuan tribes. He personally killed the Wuhuan chieftain Tadun, securing Wei's northern frontier.
Three KingdomsBattleWuhuan
Impact: regionalconstructive
215 AD
Battle of HefeiWar
Zhang Liao defended Hefei against Sun Quan's invasion with only 800 cavalry. He launched a surprise attack that routed the Wu vanguard, forcing Sun Quan to retreat. This victory made him a legendary figure.
Three KingdomsBattleSun Quan
Impact: nationalconstructive
220 AD
Appointed General of the VanguardPolitical Action◆ Major
After Cao Pi became emperor, Zhang Liao was appointed General of the Vanguard, one of the highest military ranks in Wei. He continued to serve as a key commander.
Three KingdomsPromotionCao Pi
Impact: nationalconstructive
222 AD
Death from IllnessOther
Zhang Liao died from illness while on campaign against Sun Quan. He was posthumously honored as a marquis, and his legacy as a peerless warrior endured.
Three KingdomsDeathIllness
Impact: national
Expert Analysis
Ma Teng vs Zhang Liao: Historical Comparison This comprehensive analysis compares Ma Teng (General, Ancient era) and Zhang Liao (General, Ancient era) across six quantitative dimensions of historical impact and achievement. The comparison evaluates both figures using the HistoryVersus v4.0 scoring system, which measures: Military capability (10% weight), Political governance (20%), Historical Influence (20%), Lasting Legacy (20%), Leadership effectiveness (15%), and Strategic innovation (15%). Each dimension is scored on a 0-100 scale using structured historical data including battle records, political reforms, territorial expansion, cultural impact, and institutional longevity. Zhang Liao holds a numerical advantage with a total composite score of 60 compared to Ma Teng's 51. However, raw scores alone do not capture the full historical picture — the detailed dimension-by-dimension breakdown reveals where each figure excelled and where they fell short relative to their historical context. Explore the full comparison below to see the complete score breakdown across all six dimensions, side-by-side event timelines, and detailed analysis of their respective historical contributions.
Rankings
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Zhang LiaoLeader
Mil: 82.0Pol: 27.9Inf: 57.2
51.9
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Ma Teng
Mil: 55.0Pol: 30.7Inf: 47.1
40.8
+11.1 behind
How This Comparison Works
Algorithm
Each figure is scored on 6 dimensions (0—100 scale) based on structured historical data: Military (10%), Political (20%), Influence (20%), Legacy (20%), Leadership (15%), Strategy (15%). The weighted total produces the final ranking.
Data Sources
Scores are computed from structured sub-indicators in the database. Scale factors adjust for era (Ancient ×0.85, Modern ×1.0) and civilization size (Eastern ×1.05, Other ×0.80) to account for differences in population and military scale.
Maximum 3 Figures
Comparisons are limited to 2—3 figures to ensure readability and statistical meaningfulness.
Error Margins
±5 points per dimension — Sub-scores are derived from historical records with inherent uncertainty. Two figures within 5 points on a dimension should be considered roughly equivalent in that area.
Total Score Accuracy
±3 points overall — The weighted combination of 6 dimensions produces a total score with approximately ±3 points of uncertainty. Differences of less than 3 points are not statistically significant— the figures are effectively tied.
Known Limitations
- Historical records are incomplete and uneven across civilizations
- Figures from oral-tradition societies may be underrepresented
- Occupation labels can misclassify multi-role figures
- Scores measure capability and impact, not moral character
- Quantitative scoring is a comparison tool, not absolute truth
Capability Radar
Military (10%) — Battles & Warfare
Battles
35
65
Win Rate
40
70
Expansion
30
40
Political (20%) — Governance & Reform
Reform
15
20
Diplomacy
35
45
Economy
30
25
Influence (20%) — Cultural & Global Reach
Cultural
20
55
Global
10
40
Legacy (20%) — Historical Impact
Historical
25
60
Longevity
15
55
Leadership (15%) — Power & Stability
Tenure
40
40
Stability
25
35
Strategy (15%) — Tactics & Innovation
Strategy
35
75
Tactics
30
80
Reform
10
30
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