1996 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, both 1996 Ford Escort and 1996 Marcos Mantis were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 278 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Because 1996 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 1996 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Escort | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
