1985 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 135 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 1985 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 1985 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Monza | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monza | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2803 mm |
