1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Marcos | TVR |
Model | Mantis | Type S |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2300 mm |