1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 122 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Monza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
