1970 Opel Manta vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 993 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.
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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta. 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Manta | Stavic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |