1977 Opel Monza vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 19 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 23 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.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Monza | 993 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
