1975 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1062 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 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Manta | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Manta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |