1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 454 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Manta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
