1978 Opel Manta vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 35 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 879 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Manta | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
