2006 GMC Savana vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1984 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 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2670 mm |
