1987 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Monza | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Yaris |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |