1982 Opel Manta vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 526 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, 2010 Mercury Milan, 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2010 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Manta | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Opel | Mercury |
Model | Manta | Milan |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2728 mm |