1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 238 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | Mantis | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
