1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 276 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Monza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 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 | 123 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
