1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa 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 286 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Opel Corsa, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Marcos | Opel |
Model | Mantis | Corsa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |