1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1972 Opel Manta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 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 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Manta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
