1983 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 99 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Monza | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Monza | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |