1983 Opel Monza vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 894 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.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Monza | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
