1972 Holden Torana vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 471 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Torana | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
