1978 Opel Manta vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 380 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, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta. 1999 Rover 75 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. 1999 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Manta | 75 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |