1970 Opel GT vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | Manta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
