1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 6 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. 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, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Concerto | Monza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
