1972 Opel Manta vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 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, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Manta | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
