1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Celica weights approximately 26 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, 2008 Toyota Celica, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | Mantis | Celica |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |