1972 Opel Manta vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Manta | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Manta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
