1984 Opel Monza vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 59 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 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Monza | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
