1996 Honda Today vs. 1982 Opel Manta

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 14 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), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1982 Opel Manta
Make Honda Opel
Model Today Manta
Year Released 1996 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1680 mm


 

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