1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 11 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Scorpio | Monza |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |