1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena 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 228 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 311 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | Mantis | Serena |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
