2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 486 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
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 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantis | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1970 mm |
