1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Opel Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 1974 Opel Manta | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Skylark | Manta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |