1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 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 152 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 221 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Marcos | Nissan |
Model | Mantis | Sentra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |