1970 Opel Manta vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
