1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 844 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Roadmaster | Manta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |