1987 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Manta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
