1975 Opel Manta vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 29 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, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion 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, 2004 Toyota Allion, 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, 2004 Toyota Allion (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Allion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
