1982 Opel Manta vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 17 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 295 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Picnic |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |