1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 7 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 686 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2670 mm |
