1977 Opel Monza vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 515 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Monza | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |