1975 Opel Manta vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 37 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
