1981 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 12 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Manta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |