1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 203 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Monza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
