1998 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 16 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 764 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1998 Infiniti Q45 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. 1998 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti Q45 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | Q45 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
