1982 Opel Manta vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 18 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 529 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Previa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
