1970 Opel Manta vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 120 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | MR2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |