1975 Opel Manta vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 16 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, 1991 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 12 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1991 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Manta | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
