1982 Opel Manta vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 454 kg more than 1982 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Opel | Studebaker |
| Model | Manta | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
