1977 Opel Monza vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 401 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Monza | 914 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
