1975 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 35 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta.
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, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Venza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
