2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 27 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 308 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Hardbody | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
