2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 21 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 614 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Freestar | Monza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
