1978 Opel Manta vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Manta | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
