1985 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 780 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 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex 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 Flex | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Monza | Flex |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2994 mm |
