1986 Opel Monza vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza.
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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Monza | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Monza | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
