1970 Opel Manta vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 935 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Opel Manta | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Manta | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |