2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 117 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Five Hundred | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |