2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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 1,307 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 495 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-8 | Manta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |