1970 Opel Manta vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1970 Opel Manta 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1990 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Manta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
