1983 Opel Monza vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 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, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Monza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
