1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 208 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
