1988 Austin Montego vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Monza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
