1975 Opel Manta vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 606 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3240 mm |
