1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 1 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 274 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
