1977 Opel Monza vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Publica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
