1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 9 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), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 314 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Manta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
