1995 Morgan 4 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 26 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan 4 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
