2002 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 308 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, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Manta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
