1977 Opel Monza vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 147 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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 (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Monza | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
