2004 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 59 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Monza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
