1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1975 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Monza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
