1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
