1982 Opel Manta vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, both 1982 Opel Manta and 1982 Renault 11 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 Renault 11, 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.
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1982 Opel Manta | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Manta | 11 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |