1970 Opel Manta vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3270 mm |
