2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Avalanche | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 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 |