1982 Opel Manta vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 30 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 284 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
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, 2012 Renault Logan, 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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Manta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
