1984 Opel Monza vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 234 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Monza | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
