1983 Opel Monza vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monza | Viano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
