1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 18 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | Mantis | 25 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
