1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 254 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 334 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | Mantis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
