1978 Opel Manta vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 17 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 570 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 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Manta | SVX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
