1984 Opel Monza vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 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 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 67 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Monza | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Monza | Meriva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |