1973 Nissan Sunny 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 Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 296 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. 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 (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Sunny | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sunny | Manta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |