1988 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 301 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Monza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
