2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 273 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
