2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
Make | Brilliance | Opel |
Model | BS4 | Monza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |