1982 Opel Manta vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, both 1982 Opel Manta and 1982 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Manta | 944 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 151 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
