1982 Opel Manta vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 334 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.
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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| 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 | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
