1983 Opel Monza vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1983 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Monza | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Monza | 164 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |