1984 Holden Camira vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Monza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
