1984 Opel Monza vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 131 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 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Monza | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Monza | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2799 mm |