1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 220 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 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Manta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
