1982 Opel Manta vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 51 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon. 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, 1977 Talbot Horizon, 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, 1977 Talbot Horizon (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Talbot |
Model | Manta | Horizon |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |