1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird 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 214 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Thunderbird | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
