1984 Opel Monza vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 8 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 139 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.
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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Monza | 965 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
