1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 249 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, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 3.8 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
