1974 Opel Manta vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta.
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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Manta | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Manta | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
