1981 Isuzu Gemini 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 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 64 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, 1981 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Gemini | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Gemini | Manta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
