1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1975 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
