1982 Opel Manta vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 12 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 96 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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, 1994 Peugeot 106, 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Manta | 106 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
