1982 Opel Manta vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 663 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Manta | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
