1992 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 414 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.
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, 1992 Honda Accord, 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Manta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |