1983 Opel Monza vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 317 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Monza | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
