1984 Opel Monza vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |
