1984 Opel Monza vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 14 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 381 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Monza | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
