1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 115 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Aspen | Monza |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |