1999 Honda S-MX vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 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 223 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 141 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | S-MX | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
