1984 Opel Monza vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Monza | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
