1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Marcos Mantis. 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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos Mantis. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Marcos | Ford |
Model | Mantis | Fusion |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |