1984 Opel Monza vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
