1986 Opel Monza vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Monza | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |