1978 Opel Manta vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Manta | Omega |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |