1982 Opel Manta vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 6 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 235 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Model F |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
