2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1042 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
