1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 20 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 272 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.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sidewinder | Monza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
