1973 Opel Manta vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Manta | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Manta | 968 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |