1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 522 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, 2007 Volvo C70, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | Mantis | C70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
