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Opel Manta 1.9

General information

ModelOpel Manta 1.9
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1897 ccm (115.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1897 ccm (115.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke93.1 x 69.8 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0900 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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