2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 35 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 890 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
