2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1016 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 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2006 Honda Pilot 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. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Manta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
