1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Monza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
