2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 634 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Monza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |