1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 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 193 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Marcos | Mazda |
Model | Mantis | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |