2002 Honda NSX vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 114 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 1986 Opel Monza | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Monza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |