2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 404 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Manta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
