1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 367 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantis | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
