1970 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Manta | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
