1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 554 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.
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, 1993 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Opel Manta | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Manta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |