2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21.
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, 1996 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Caterham | Marcos |
| Model | C21 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
