1977 Opel Monza vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 303 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Monza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
