1978 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta.
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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Manta | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
