1977 Opel Monza vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 500 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Monza | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |
