1978 Opel Manta vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 23 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1685 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Manta | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
