1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Riviera | Monza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
