1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
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, 2005 Volvo S60, 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantis | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
