1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Manta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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 Ascona (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Manta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
