1986 Opel Monza vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Monza | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Monza | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
