1982 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 397 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 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Manta | Accord |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |