1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 13 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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, 1978 Opel Manta (135 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1978 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Concerto | 1978 Opel Manta | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Manta |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |