1978 Opel Manta vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 610 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 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Manta | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
