2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1985 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Monza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3191 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
