1982 Opel Manta vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1214 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Manta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
