1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 764 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Monza |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |