1998 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | NSX | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
