1986 Opel Monza vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 10 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 382 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Monza | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Monza | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
