2004 MCC Smart vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | MCC | Opel |
Model | Smart | Monza |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |