2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Monza weights approximately 139 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Monza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |