1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 1 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (352 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 339 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
Model | Euro 1 | Mantis |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1020 mm |