2002 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 300 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Manta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
