1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 28 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), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 330 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Manta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
