1982 Opel Manta vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 219 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Manta | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
