1996 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1987 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Monza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
