2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 936 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
