1983 Opel Monza vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 22 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Monza | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
