1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor, 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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Meteor | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Meteor | Manta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |