1977 Opel Monza vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 4 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 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 118 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 367 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Monza | Horizon |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |