1970 Opel Manta vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta.
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, 2005 Renault Kangoo, 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Manta | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
