1994 BMW 316 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 12 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 316 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 316 | Manta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |