1975 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 103 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Aspen | Monza |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |