1972 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Manta | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Manta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3129 mm |
