1986 Opel Monza vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 21 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Monza | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Monza | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |