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Opel Manta B (facelift 1982) 2.0 i200 (125 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel Manta:
The Opel Manta is a car which was built by German manufacturer Opel in two generations from 1970 to 1988. The Manta was a mildly sporting coupé based on the Ascona family car, competing with cars such as the Ford Capri. The Manta remained rear-wheel drive for both generations and also saw certain competition success. Its name comes from the manta ray. The first generation only has a two-door body style, whilst the second generation added a three-door hatchback alongside the two-door variant.
The Manta A was released in September 1970, two months ahead of the then new Opel Ascona on which it was based. A competitor to the Ford Capri, it was a two-door "three-box" coupé, and featured distinctive round tail lights, quite similar to those on the Opel GT and which in fact were used on the GT in 1973, its final model year. It took its name, and a few minor styling cues, from the Manta Ray concept car , which also famously influenced the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3. 498,553 Manta As were built from 1970 until 1975....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B (facelift 1982) Overview:
Opel Manta (B (facelift 1982)). With 153 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1065 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 198 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i200 (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A highly desirable performance variant, offering excellent power and responsiveness for an engaging and sporty drive.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its performance level, though still a performance-oriented engine with higher consumption than base models.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Classic rear-wheel-drive handling and engaging driving dynamics.
- • Iconic 80s coupe styling, highly recognizable.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical to high-performance.
- • Strong enthusiast following and good parts availability for common models.
- • Relatively simple mechanics, often easier to maintain than modern cars.
Cons:
- • Rust can be a significant issue, especially on older examples.
- • Safety features are minimal by modern standards.
- • Fuel economy can be poor on larger engine variants.
- • Interior comfort and refinement are basic compared to contemporary vehicles.
- • Rarer performance models can be very expensive to acquire and maintain.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B CC (facelift 1982): 1982 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Manta |
| Generation: | B (facelift 1982) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i200 (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1984 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.2 Hp/l [91mm more] |
| Torque: | 153 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 20E More details about the engine 20E |
| Engine displacement: | 1979 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 6.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 198 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 143.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1065 |
| Max. weight: | 1400 |
| Max load: | 335 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 490 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4475 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Width: | 1670 mm mm [16mm less] |
| Height: | 1320 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2518 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 195/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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