1970 Opel Manta vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 36 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 725 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, 2006 Honda Legend, 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Manta | Legend |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
