1990 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Monza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
