1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 96 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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, 1976 Datsun Violet (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Datsun | Opel |
| Model | Violet | Manta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
