1982 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 952 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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Manta | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
