1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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 276 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | Mantis | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
