1979 Opel Manta vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1979 Opel Manta and 1979 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Manta | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Manta | 66 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 56 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
