1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 133 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Manta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
