1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 26 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 61 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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, 1996 Volvo V40, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantis | V40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
