1975 Opel Manta vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 192 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Manta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
