1982 Opel Manta vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 295 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 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Manta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
