1982 Opel Manta vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
