1975 Opel Manta vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 53 kg more than 1983 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Manta | 11 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
