1983 Opel Monza vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 188 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Monza | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
