1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 10 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Monza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
