2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
