1984 Opel Monza vs. 1977 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Zastava 2101. 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1977 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Monza | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
