1985 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 1972 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Manta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
