1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Vega | Monza |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |