1986 Opel Monza vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 24 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 348 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Monza | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Monza | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
