1982 Opel Manta vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 163 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, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Manta | Satria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
