1983 Opel Monza vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
