1972 AMC Matador vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 114 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Matador | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
