2009 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1986 Opel Monza | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Monza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |