1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 616 | Manta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |