1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Mark VI | Monza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
