1984 Opel Monza vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 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 F-450 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Monza | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4379 mm |
