1985 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1326 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.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Monza | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Monza | Expedition |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
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 | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |