1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1122 kg more 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 1997 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
Model | Mantis | Silverado |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |