1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 8 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 824 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 1700 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
