1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 785 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Monza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
