1986 Opel Omega vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 275 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, 1986 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Manta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
