2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 18 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1051 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Lotec | Opel |
| Model | Sirius | Monza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
