1982 Opel Manta vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 26 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 356 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 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Manta | Sienna |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3040 mm |