1982 Opel Manta vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 556 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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Manta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
