2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 34 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 816 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Liberty | Manta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
