1977 Opel Monza vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 622 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 1967 Renault 10 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Monza | 10 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |