1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 13 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1008 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1995 Aston Martin Virage 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. 1995 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Virage | Manta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |