1983 Opel Monza vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Monza | Neon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
