2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1987 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
