1978 Opel Manta vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 24 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 720 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Manta | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
