1978 Opel Manta vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 27 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, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1978 Opel Manta.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 1978 Opel Manta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Manta | 307 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |