1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Centura (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 119 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, 1971 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Manta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
