2005 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Monza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
