1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantis | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
