1976 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 645 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Monza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
