1977 Mazda 323 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 188 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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, 1982 Opel Manta (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 323 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 812 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
