1977 Opel Monza vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 9 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 58 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Opel Monza (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Monza | L |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
