1982 Opel Manta vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont 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. Both 1982 Opel Manta and 1988 Vauxhall Belmont are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 36 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Manta | Belmont |
Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |