1983 Opel Monza vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 19 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 625 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monza | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
