1983 Opel Monza vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Monza | 504 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
