1986 Holden Drover vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 4 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover 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, 1986 Holden Drover 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Drover | Manta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
