1977 Opel Monza vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Monza | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
