1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 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, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 83 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Monza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
