1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Manta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
