2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 214 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
