1984 Austin Montego vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 1 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, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 282 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1984 Austin Montego, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Monza |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |