2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1986 Opel Monza | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rainier | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |