1977 Opel Monza vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Monza | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
