1986 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 9 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 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 29 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Monza |
Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |