1984 Opel Monza vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 219 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Monza | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
