1984 Opel Monza vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 18 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, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 139 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.
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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Monza | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Monza | Potentia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |