1983 Opel Monza vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 106 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore.
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, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Monza | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
