1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantis | DL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
