1996 Lexus SC vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Monza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
