1990 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. 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, 1990 Honda Accord, 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Accord | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Monza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
