2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 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 228 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 25 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, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Hyundai | Marcos |
Model | i30 | Mantis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |