2001 Lexus IS vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 137 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 291 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | IS | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
