1987 Opel Omega vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 400 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Manta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
