1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mantis | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
