1978 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
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 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Stratos | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Stratos | Monza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |