1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 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 57 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
