1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 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 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Manta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
