2008 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Monza |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |