1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 278 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 249 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mantis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
