1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos Mantis | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantis | Antara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
