1970 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 995 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Manta | SRX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2807 mm |
