1983 Opel Monza vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 27 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 291 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos, 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 (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Opel Monza 2010 Daewoo Kalos
Make Opel Daewoo
Model Monza Kalos
Year Released 1983 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2197 cc 1148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2490 mm


 

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