1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 780 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Monza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
