1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1975 Opel Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1975 Opel Manta | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Gran Torino | Manta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |