1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 636 kg more than 1974 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1974 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Manta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
