1982 Opel Manta vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
