1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 11 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 434 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
