1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 664 kg more than 1983 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Monza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |