2009 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 24 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Monza weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Monza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
