2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Manta would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1971 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Manta. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1971 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR3 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
