1972 AMC Matador vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 14 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 280 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Matador | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
