1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 12 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Opel Manta.
Because 1978 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Manta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
