2008 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
