1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 16 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ6 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
