1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 185 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, 1982 Opel Manta (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
