1984 Opel Monza vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1215 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Monza | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3505 mm |
