1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 516 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Manta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
