1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 484 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Monza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
