1978 Opel Manta vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 589 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 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
