2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 20 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 867 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | V Sixteen | Monza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2670 mm |
