1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Manta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |