2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios II | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
