1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 744 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Roadmaster | Monza |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |