1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 14 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 66 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Monza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |