1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler New Yorker and 1982 Opel Manta were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 224 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.
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, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker, 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 Chrysler New Yorker (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | New Yorker | Manta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |