1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 800 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Eldorado | Monza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
