1982 Opel Manta vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 21 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 694 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Manta | GTO |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
