1985 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Monza | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monza | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
