1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis 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 299 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart.
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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1996 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1996 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Marcos | MCC |
| Model | Mantis | Smart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
