1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
