1977 Opel Monza vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 287 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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Prius |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
