1982 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1224 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Manta | Express |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
