1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 293 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 239 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | Mantis | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
