1978 Opel Manta vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Manta | 806 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
