2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 639 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Manta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
