1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 58 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Monza |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1397 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |