2004 MG TF vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 22 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 35 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Manta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
