1983 Opel Monza vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 14 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 46 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.

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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Opel Monza 1997 Plymouth Prowler
Make Opel Plymouth
Model Monza Prowler
Year Released 1983 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2197 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2880 mm


 

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