1977 Opel Monza vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Camry |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |