1983 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 525 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
