1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantis 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 217 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 226 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | Mantis | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |