1978 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 503 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Manta | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Manta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |