1987 Opel Monza vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Monza | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Monza | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
