2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Manta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |