1997 Marcos Mantis vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 195 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 156 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantis.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantis | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantis | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |