2000 Marcos Mantis vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1980 ZIL 4104. (311 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1980 ZIL 4104.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 ZIL 4104. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2000 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 2000 Marcos Mantis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantis | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Marcos | ZIL |
| Model | Mantis | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 613 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3340 mm |
