1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 189 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Monza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |