2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Monza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |