1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Monza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
