1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
