1983 Opel Monza vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1025 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Monza | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |