1982 Opel Manta vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Manta | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
