2000 Honda Legend vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 605 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 1982 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2000 Honda Legend 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. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Manta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
