1970 Opel Manta vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Manta | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
