1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 300 | Manta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2440 mm |