1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Rekord | Manta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |