1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 39 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Marcos | Mazda |
Model | Mantis | B2300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |