1977 Opel Monza vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 30 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Monza has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Monza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Monza | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
