2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 389 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
