1984 Opel Monza vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 54 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Monza | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
