1986 Maserati 420 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 151 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
