2002 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 216 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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1978 Opel Manta | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Manta |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |