1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 389 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Manta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
