1977 Opel Monza vs. 1977 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, both 1977 Opel Monza and 1977 Pontiac Sunbird were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 122 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Sunbird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1977 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Monza | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
