1975 Opel Manta vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 143 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Manta | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
