1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 21 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 137 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Scorpio | Monza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |