2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 26 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Aero 8 | Manta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
