1970 Opel Manta vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 39 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (146 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Manta | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Venza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |