2005 Honda Element vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2005 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 304 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 Honda Element, 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 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Monza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
