1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, both 1975 Chrysler Valiant and 1975 Opel Manta were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Manta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
