1978 Opel Manta vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 685 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Manta | Sky |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 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 |