2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 21 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 532 kg more than 1985 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |