1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 262 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 174 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | Mantis | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
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 | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |