1984 Opel Monza vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 346 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Monza | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Yaris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |