2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2197 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
