1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 13 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 46 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | Mantis | 305 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
