1971 Opel Manta vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Manta | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
