1970 Opel Manta vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Celica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |