1991 Holden Barina vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 9 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 216 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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, 1991 Holden Barina, 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, 1991 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Manta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
