1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 250 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Urraco | Manta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
