1967 Audi Variant vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 74 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
Because 1982 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Variant | Manta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |