1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2008 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2008 Dacia Sandero is newer by 38 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Dacia Sandero. 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, 2008 Dacia Sandero, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 2008 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Marcos | Dacia |
| Model | Mantis | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
