1972 Opel Manta vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 33 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Hilux (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 444 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, 2005 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Opel Manta 2005 Toyota Hilux
Make Opel Toyota
Model Manta Hilux
Year Released 1972 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1196 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1374 kg
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2640 mm