1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 16 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (343 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 368 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantis | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Marcos | Hyundai |
| Model | Mantis | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
