1970 Opel Manta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 480 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 1970 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
