1982 Austin Marina vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 438 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1987 Opel Monza | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Marina | Monza |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |