1975 Opel Manta vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 15 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 138 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1975 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Manta | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Starlet |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |