1970 Opel Manta vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 92 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Manta | 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
