1981 Citroen LN vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 286 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1982 Opel Manta (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Manta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
