1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Tempo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 1991 Ford Tempo, 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, 1977 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Monza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
