2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 640 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 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
