1982 Opel Manta vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. 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, 1986 Saab 9000, 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Manta | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
