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Opel Monza A2 3.0 E (180 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel Monza:
The Opel Monza is an executive fastback coupe produced by the German automaker Opel from 1977 to 1986. It was marketed in the United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Royale Coupé by Vauxhall.
The Monza was planned as a successor for the Commodore Coupé. In the late 1970s the Commodore C model was made as a two-door version , but still as a sedan type car. The first model of the Commodore the "A" series had a regular coupé in the production line and Opel desired to make a newer version of their large luxury coupé. Work began in 1976 and in 1978 the first Monzas were available to buy. The cars to compete with would be the Mercedes-Benz C123 and later the Mercedes-Benz C124 and the BMW 6 Series models , and any other large luxury coupe. There was plenty of space inside for the class, and the seats were upmarket....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A2 Overview:
Opel Monza (A2). With 248 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 215 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Opel Monza A2 was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP (1997), and therefore, no official crash test ratings are available. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards, typical for vehicles of its era.
3.0 E (180 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The flagship engine, offering strong acceleration (8.5s 0-100km/h) and a high top speed for spirited driving, making it a true grand tourer for its time.
Fuel Economy
As the most powerful option, fuel economy is secondary, expected to be moderate for its displacement and era, prioritizing performance over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Classic grand tourer styling and presence
- • Powerful and smooth inline-six engine options (especially 3.0 E)
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Practical coupe with a large hatchback boot space
- • Rear-wheel-drive dynamics for an engaging driving experience
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, particularly with larger engines
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Susceptibility to rust, common for vehicles of its age
- • Parts availability for some specific components can be challenging
- • Handling, while good for its era, isn't as sharp as some contemporary sports coupes
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A1: 1981 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Monza |
| Generation: | A2 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 E (180 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.6 Hp/l [28mm more] |
| Torque: | 248 Nm @ 4200-4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 30E More details about the engine 30E |
| Engine displacement: | 2969 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Max. weight: | 1935 |
| Max load: | 565 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 746 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 350 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 700 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4720 mm mm [28mm more] |
| Width: | 1722 mm mm [12mm less] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2668 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1447 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1472 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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