1977 Opel Monza vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 105 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 507 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monza | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
