2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 22 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1097 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Monza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
