2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 334 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
