1996 Nissan Presea vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1996 Nissan Presea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Presea weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, 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, 1996 Nissan Presea (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Presea | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Presea | Manta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |