1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantis | 190 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
