1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | Mantis | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
