1974 Opel Manta vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 197 kg more than 1974 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Manta | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Manta | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
