1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 395 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Manta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
