1987 Opel Monza vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Monza | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Monza | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3645 mm |
