1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 246 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mystique | Manta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |