1989 Honda Legend vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 12 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 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1977 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Monza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
