2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 292 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Opel Monza | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Monza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |