2007 Ford F-450 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-450 | Monza |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2670 mm |