1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Marcos Mantula. (299 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | Mantula | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
