1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 188 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Manta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
