1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 9 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 334 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 280 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 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 | 1660 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
