1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 625 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Monza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
