2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 556 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1997 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantis. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Ram | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
