2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 754 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Manta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
