1970 Opel Manta vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 560 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |