1978 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
