1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 612 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Manta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
