1998 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1971 Opel Manta | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Manta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |