1977 Opel Monza vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 32 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 400 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.
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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Monza | Sky |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
