2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Corvette | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
