2002 Lincoln LS vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 739 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln LS | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | LS | Manta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
