1970 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 41 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 680 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 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
