1986 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 530 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 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 300 ZX | Manta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
