1972 AMC Matador vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 110 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 394 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Matador | Manta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
