1977 Opel Monza vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 337 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Monza | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
