2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 22 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Monza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
