2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | SSR | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
