1970 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 64 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Torana | Manta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
