1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rasheen | Manta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
