1977 Opel Monza vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 28 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 2005 Rover 75, 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Monza | 75 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
