2007 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 10 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 271 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Marcos Mantis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Lada | Marcos |
| Model | Niva | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
