1970 Opel Manta vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Manta | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Manta | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
