1983 Opel Monza vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 928 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Opel | SSC |
| Model | Monza | Aero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
