1974 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 546 kg more than 1974 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream, 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, 2010 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Manta | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Manta | Stream |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
