2002 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 1986 Opel Monza | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | Monza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |