1982 Opel Manta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 752 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Manta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
