2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 428 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.
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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Manta. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2300 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
