1970 Ford 17 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 251 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
