1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 181 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Manta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
