1978 Opel Manta vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Opel Manta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Manta | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Manta | 11 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
