2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Monza weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1985 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2197 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
