2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 906 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Monza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
