1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 21 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1982 Opel Manta (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Cherry | Manta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |