1995 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 142 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Manta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
