1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 164 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Monza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
