1984 Opel Monza vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 6 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Monza | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Monza | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |