1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 113 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 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Chevelle | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
