2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 21 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Monza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
