1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nomad | Manta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
