1982 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, both 1982 Ford Escort and 1982 Opel Manta were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 76 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 1982 Ford Escort, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Manta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |