1985 Opel Monza vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 214 kg more than 1985 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Monza | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Monza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
