1970 Opel Manta vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 581 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, 2013 Honda CR-V, 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Manta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
