1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 244 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 426 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Marcos | Plymouth |
Model | Mantis | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |