1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 614 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Cutlass | Manta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |