1977 Opel Monza vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1502 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Monza | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
