1977 Opel Monza vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 117 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |