Opel Manta: generations and engines
The Opel Manta was built from 1970 to 1988 in 5 generations, with 42 engine versions in our catalog (coupe, hatchback). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1970–1988
Generations5
Engine versions42
Power55–186 hp
Body stylesCoupe, Hatchback
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Opel Manta generations
- 1970–1975
- 1975–1982
- 1977–1983
Opel Manta B CC
Engines below - 1982–1988
Opel Manta B CC (facelift 1982)
Engines below - 1983–1988
Specs
Opel Manta engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Opel Manta B CC1977–1983 · 8 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (90 hp) | 1977–1980 | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | 105 lb-ft (142 Nm) | 12 s | 107 mph (172 km/h) | |
| 2.0 E (110 hp) | 1977–1982 | Gasoline | 110 hp (81 kW) | 117 lb-ft (159 Nm) | 10 s | 116 mph (187 km/h) | |
| 2.0 S (100 hp) | 1977–1982 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 113 lb-ft (153 Nm) | 11 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | |
| 1.2 N (55 hp) | 1978–1983 | Gasoline | 55 hp (40 kW) | 62 lb-ft (84 Nm) | 20.5 s | 89 mph (143 km/h) | |
| 1.2 S (60 hp) | 1978–1979 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 65 lb-ft (88 Nm) | 19 s | 91 mph (147 km/h) | |
| 1.6 N (60 hp) | 1978–1980 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 76 lb-ft (103 Nm) | 17.5 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) | |
| 1.9 N (75 hp) | 1978–1981 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 97 lb-ft (132 Nm) | 14 s | 101 mph (162 km/h) | |
| 1.3 N (60 hp) | 1979–1980 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 71 lb-ft (96 Nm) | 18 s | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
Opel Manta B CC (facelift 1982)1982–1988 · 6 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 S (75 hp) | 1982–1988 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 73 lb-ft (99 Nm) | 16 s | 103 mph (165 km/h) | |
| 1.8 S (90 hp) | 1982–1988 | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | 105 lb-ft (143 Nm) | 11.5 s | 109 mph (175 km/h) | |
| 2.0 S (100 hp) | 1982–1988 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 113 lb-ft (153 Nm) | 11.5 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | |
| 2.0 S (98 hp) | 1982–1988 | Gasoline | 98 hp (72 kW) | 113 lb-ft (153 Nm) | 11 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | |
| 2.0 GSi (107 hp) | 1984–1988 | Gasoline | 107 hp (79 kW) | 119 lb-ft (162 Nm) | 10.3 s | 116 mph (186 km/h) | |
| 2.0 GSi (110 hp) | 1984–1988 | Gasoline | 110 hp (81 kW) | 119 lb-ft (162 Nm) | 10 s | 116 mph (187 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used Opel Manta
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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