2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 635 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Borrego | Manta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
