1996 Marcos Mantis vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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 182 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Marcos Mantis | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantis | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
